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Tug
BIG RON
MMSI 235018062 · Call sign MQLR4
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Tug
Flag
GBRLength
19 m
Beam
10 m
Draft
1.6 m
Call sign
MQLR4
IMO
889105300
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
23
A British tug, BIG RON measures 19 metres. Below, she has a 10-metre beam and a draft measuring 1.6 metres. She's listed under MMSI 235018062, call sign MQLR4. Give BIG RON the backing of the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network — free, and a fleet that has her back.
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Last known position · Jun 3, 2026
Position
50.8700° N, 1.3952° W
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About BIG RON
What kind of vessel is BIG RON?
BIG RON is a Tug flagged to United Kingdom.
Where was BIG RON last seen?
BIG RON was last reported in the English Channel in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is BIG RON's MMSI?
BIG RON's MMSI is 235018062. Call sign MQLR4. IMO 889105300.
How big is BIG RON?
BIG RON is about 19 m long, 10 m on the beam, drawing 1.6 m.
Is BIG RON on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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